Upcoming events at HPL

SPRING PLAYDATE & STORYTIME FUN 11:00 AM THURSDAY, MARCH 27, 2014 FUN FOR CHILDREN AGES 3-7. Storytelling, picture books, finger plays, holiday tales and special fun. The session will end with a craft project. SIGN UP IS REQUIRED--Call 231-722-7276 Ext. 230 to register.

BALLET IN THE LIBRARY SATURDAY, MARCH 29, 2014 11:00 AM AGES 3-7 11:30 AM AGES 8-11 Get out those tutus and tiaras and learn about ballet. Join Ms. Pattie from Cassel Gymnastics and Dance for an introductory ballet lessson, music and movement.

SPRING PLAYDATE & STORYTIME FUN 6:45 PM MONDAY, MARCH 31, 2014 FUN FOR CHILDREN AGES 3-7. Storytelling, picture books, finger plays, holiday tales and special fun. The session will end with a craft project. SIGN UP IS REQUIRED--Call 231-722-7276 Ext. 230 to register.

Geocaching 6:00 PM, Tuesday, April 1: Geocaching Geocaching is a real-world outdoor treasure hunting game. Players try to locate hidden containers, called geocaches, using GPS-enabled devices and then share their experiences online. Learn the ins and outs with Scott Miller of Whitehall, a Charter member of Groundspeak, the organization for Geocachers, and an EarthCache Master, Bronze Level. Scott has found over 1200 caches and has hidden 41. He has been Geocaching since 2001 and is President of the Executive Committee, Michigan Geocaching Organization for 2014. Free and open to the public. For more information about Geocaching: http://www.geocaching.com/

SPRING PLAYDATE & STORYTIME FUN 11:00 AM THURSDAY, APRIL 3, 2014 FUN FOR CHILDREN AGES 3-7 Storytelling, picture books, finger plays, holiday tales and special fun. Each session ends with a craft project. REGISTRATION REQUIRED--Phone 231-722-7276, Ext. 230 to sign up.

Scrapbooking 10:00 AM, Saturday, April 5: Scrapbooking Learn the basics of scrapbooking! Hear tips and get assistance in creating memorable scrapbooks, collages, and other gifts for your loved ones. They make great gifts for birthdays, graduations, and other special occasions. Bring your own pictures, newspaper clippings, cards, and other memorabilia, as well as the book you want to put them in. We will provide the rest iincluding paper, scissors, stickers, embellishments, letters, stencils, a Cricut die-cut machine, and much more! Lead by Jacqui Bernhardt.

SPRING PLAYDATE & STORYTIME FUN 6:45 PM MONDAY, APRIL 7, 2014 FUN FOR CHILDREN AGES 3-7. Storytelling, picture books, finger plays, holiday tales and special fun. The session will end with a craft project. SIGN UP IS REQUIRED--Call 231-722-7276 Ext. 230 to register.

Hackley Handy Crafts 6:00 PM, Monday, April 7: Hackley Handy Crafts Join craft maven Nancy Hartman on the first Monday of each month. Learn a new craft or practice one you already know. These are geared towards older teens and grownups. This monht’s craft is upside down hanging planters. Please bring a clean, empty 2-liter bottle. This is free, and open to the public. Brought to you through the generosity of the Friends of Hackley Library.

Anyone Can Learn to Draw 6:00 PM, Tuesday April 8: Anyone Can Learn to Draw Patty Warner has been drawing and teaching drawing for many years. She will help build your confidence and give you tips and instructions on drawing. Class size is limited, so call 231-722-7276 or visit the circulation desk to register. Brought to you through the generosity of the Friends of Hackley Library.

Tech Wednesday Databases 3:00 pm, Wednesday, April 9: Tech Wednesdays-Databases Tech Wednesdays are 30-60 minute long mini watch-and-learn classes on technical topics. They are held in the Julia Hackley Room twice a month at 3:00 pm and are free and open to the public. Feel free to bring your own laptop and follow along.

SPRING PLAYDATE & STORYTIME FUN 11:00 AM THURSDAY, APRIL 10, 2014 FUN FOR CHILDREN AGES 3-7 Storytelling, picture books, finger plays, holiday tales and special fun. Each session ends with a craft project. REGISTRATION REQUIRED--Phone 231-722-7276, Ext. 230 to sign up.

Self Publishing Workshop with Rose Hammond 2:00 - 4:00 pm, April 12: Self Publishing Workshop with Rose Hammond Join Rose Hammond as she explains the ins and outs of self publishing. Ms. Hammond has self published a number of books and will share her knowledge of how to be successful. Space is limited, so please sign up by calling 231-722-7276.

ORIGAMI WITH THE "M. JR. WRAPPERS" 2:00 PM SATURDAY, APRIL 12, 2014 Origami is one of the coolest art forms around. You can make anything by folding paper. Join Jeff Closz and team as they take paper folding to a whole new level.